Lugano won the final of the U.S. Open Women's Handicap on Sunday 17th November, winning 4-3 in a close match against QR Jets at Houston Polo Club.
QR Jets were leading throughout after a goal in the first chukka and the two teams started the last chukka even with all to play for. A final push from Lugano got them the all important final goal to push them into the lead and seal the victory.
The Teams:
Chukka Breakdown:
Score Progression:
Game Statistics:
Selected Match Highlights:
Malia takes the penalty 5 from the spot, taking it foward to the right with Erica behind her ready to run on to the pass. Malia hits a big neckshot pass to the centre of the field but when Erica can't get to it, it's KC Krueger who is backing up well and is perfectly positioned to run onto the pass. She takes possession, outrunning the defence and scoring on the run: